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G642 SDM

1990 Yamaha FJ1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,612 mi
Last recorded35,612 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha FJ120041,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG642 SDM
MakeYamaha
ModelFJ1200
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 35,612 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 35,508 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 35,477 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 35,066 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 34,396 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 34,395 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 33,981 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 31,641 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 30,644 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 30,594 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2015 30,333 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 29,964 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 29,964 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 29,605 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 29,420 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 28,982 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 28,982 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 28,418 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 27,741 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 27,199 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 26,907 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 26,166 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FJ1200?

Based on 24,247 MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
719
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,681
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 469
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 332
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 300
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 240
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 165
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G642 SDM is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha FJ1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 41,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FJ1200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 469 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G642 SDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FJ1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha FJ1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G642 SDM registered?

G642 SDM is a 1990 Yamaha FJ1200, first registered on 26 April 1990.

Is G642 SDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G642 SDM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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